| Abstract Scope |
Novel composite metal foam (CMF) is a porous material composed of hollow metal spheres embedded in a metallic matrix manufactured via powder-metallurgy or casting techniques. It offers higher heat resistance and a greater strength-to-density ratio than its solid parent materials, which is making it suitable for energy conservation both in manufacturing and application in mobile structures.
This study focuses on investigating the performance of novel metal foams in various environments of heat, fire, cyclic loading and impact via both experimental and modeling approaches. We will be discussing advanced experimental techniques such as in-situ heating and scanning electron microscopy, brazing, in-situ heating and cyclic loading as well as multi-phase numerical modeling. The numerical results have been validated against experimental findings.
This research demonstrates how the lightweight composite metal foam can improve energy conservation, material performance, efficiency, and reduce carbon emissions, laying the groundwork for a decarbonized future. |